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- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
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Growth RateVery Slow Growing
- Agricultural Engineers attempt to solve agricultural problems concerning power supplies, the efficiency of machinery, the use of structures and facilities, pollution and environmental issues, and the storage and processing of agricultural products.
What do they typically do
- Prepare reports, sketches, working drawings, specifications, proposals, and budgets
- Discuss plans with clients, contractors, consultants, and other engineers
- advise on water quality and issues related to pollution management, river control, and ground and surface water resources
- Plan and direct construction of irrigation, drainage, and flood control systems for soil and water conservation
- Design agricultural machinery components and equipment
- Test agricultural machinery and equipment
- Perform site visits
- Design structures for crop storage, animal shelter and loading, and animal and crop processing, and supervise their construction
- Design and supervise environmental and land reclamation projects in agriculture and related industries
- Conduct educational programs for farmers or farm cooperatives
Number of Jobs
Average AnnualJob Growth 0.0%Job Opening 1Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsMoreLicenseMore
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